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Sweetwater Reservoir – Tiki Hut loop from Rancho San Diego

Sweetwater Reservoir – Tiki Hut loop from Rancho San Diego

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Sweetwater Reservoir – Tiki Hut loop from Rancho San Diego

02:11

28.8km

340m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 2, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 3.24 km for 334 m

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Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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13.1 km

Lake View Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

There are a few different paths that go by the name "Sweetwater Park Trail," so some of the trails go by second names. This particular section of trail is located …

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14.5 km

Sweetwater Summit Regional Park

Highlight • Rest Area

The Sweetwater Summit Regional Park offers some nice views of the Sweetwater Reservoir and entrance to a couple of hiking trails, picnic areas and campgrounds.

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14.8 km

Sweetwater Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Sweetwater Reservoir is a man-made lake created by the Sweetwater Dam in 1888. It is a popular location for hiking and you can enjoy awesome scenery and wildlife in the surrounding trails.

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16.5 km

Sweetwater Reservoir trail system

Highlight • Trail

The trails bordering Sweetwater Reservoir are mostly smooth dirt paths. Most of the intersections are marked, but the lesser used trails get overgrown at times. As you run closer to …

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18.8 km

Gazebo With View of Sweetwater Reservoir

Highlight • Viewpoint

This small hut is a great shaded spot to stop and admire a viewpoint of the south end of the Sweetwater Reservoir.

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18.8 km

Tiki Hut

Highlight • Mountain Hut

This is the perfect spot for a snack. Take a seat and enjoy the view.

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24.9 km

Sweetwater River Crossing

Highlight • Bridge

This is a small wooden bridge that crosses over the Sweetwater River, looping to the other side of the river trail.

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27.1 km

Steele Canyon Bridge (Sweetwater River Bridge)

Highlight • Bridge

The Steele Canyon Bridge, also known as the Sweetwater River Bridge, is a beautiful landmark crossing the Sweetwater River. It is on the National Register of Historic places, and is …

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28.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.46 km

8.68 km

4.72 km

2.39 km

1.89 km

1.72 km

Surfaces

15.4 km

8.91 km

2.44 km

1.63 km

Elevation

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Highest point (160 m)

Lowest point (40 m)

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Sweetwater Reservoir – Tiki Hut loop from Rancho San Diego

Lake View Trail

Sweetwater Summit Regional Park

Sweetwater Reservoir

Sweetwater Reservoir trail system

Gazebo With View of Sweetwater Reservoir

Tiki Hut

Sweetwater River Crossing

Steele Canyon Bridge (Sweetwater River Bridge)

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